Great eyewear does more than help you see clearly—it elevates your entire look. The key to finding the right frames is knowing your face shape and choosing styles that enhance your natural features.
When you know your shape, you can find frames that enhance your features and reflect your personal style. With the right guidance, choosing regular lenses or sunglasses becomes less about guessing—and more about confidently expressing who you are.
Why Face Shape Matters When Choosing Eyewear
The right frames can create visual balance and complement your features, while the wrong ones may disrupt your overall look. Understanding the relationship between your face shape and frame style helps you move beyond choosing glasses based solely on brand or colour. Instead, it empowers you to select frames that genuinely enhance your unique facial structure.
How to Identify Your Face Shape
Determining your face shape is easier than you might think. Start by pulling your hair back completely and looking straight into a mirror—or take a forward-facing photo in good lighting.
Look at the overall outline of your face and consider these key measurements:
- The width of your forehead.
- The width of your cheekbones.
- The width of your jawline.
- The length of your face from forehead to chin.
Then, use the following descriptions to help identify your face shape:
Oval Face
- Face length is greater than the width of the cheekbones.
- Forehead is slightly wider than the jawline.
- Jawline is rounded.
- Overall, the face has soft angles and balanced proportions.
Round Face
- Cheekbones and face length are similar in size.
- Face is roughly as wide as it is long.
- Jawline is soft and rounded.
- Face appears circular with full cheeks.
Square Face
- Forehead, cheekbones, and jawline are almost the same width.
- Jawline is strong and angular.
- Face has a boxy, broad appearance.
Diamond Face
- Face is longer than it is wide.
- Cheekbones are the widest part.
- Forehead and jawline are narrower.
- Chin is often slightly pointed.
Heart-Shaped Face
- Forehead is the widest part of the face.
- Face tapers down to a narrow, often pointed chin.
- Cheekbones may be prominent.
- Resembles an upside-down triangle.
Once you compare your features to these descriptions, your face shape should become clear.
Frame Styles for Every Face Shape
Once you’ve identified your face shape, you can focus on frame styles that complement your features beautifully.
Oval Faces
If your face is well-proportioned, your goal is to maintain that natural balance. Rectangular frames work well because they emphasize your symmetry. Cat-eye frames add a touch of vintage glamour, while round frames can soften your look for a more relaxed vibe.
Tip: Choose frames that are roughly the same width as the broadest part of your face. Avoid styles that are too large or too small—they can throw off your proportions.
Round Faces
For round faces, the goal is to add definition and create the illusion of length. Angular, geometric frames offer contrast to your curved features.
Rectangular frames with clean lines can elongate your look, while square frames add structure. Cat-eye frames with upswept angles lift your features for a flattering effect.
Square Faces
With strong, defined features, square faces can pull off bold frame choices. Round and oval frames soften angular lines and offer a nice contrast to your jaw and forehead. Cat-eye styles with curved edges can also complement your shape.
Tip: Look for frames that are slightly wider than your jawline to create visual balance.
Diamond Faces
Diamond-shaped faces are narrow at the forehead and chin, with wide cheekbones. Cat-eye frames add width to the upper face and balance out high cheekbones. Oval frames offer gentle curves that soften your look.
Rimless or top-accented frames can also draw the eye upward and improve overall harmony.
Heart-Shaped Faces
A heart-shaped face is widest at the forehead and tapers to a narrow, pointed chin. Frames that are wider at the bottom—like aviators or certain cat-eye styles—can balance your features beautifully. Round frames can also soften the angles of your face.
Tip: Look for styles with colour or detail on the lower half to draw attention downward.
Find Frames That Fit & Elevate Your Look
Understanding your face shape is a great starting point, but personal style and comfort matter just as much. At Eyestyle Eyecare, we don’t just sell glasses—we help you find frames that reflect your individuality and elevate your everyday look.
Our boutique features premium eyewear from Cartier, Versace, Prada, and more. With exclusive designer collections and expert guidance, choosing glasses becomes an enjoyable experience—not a chore.
Book an appointment in Surrey or Kelowna today and discover frames that fit perfectly, flatter beautifully, and feel uniquely yours.
